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One North Wacker
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Former names UBS Tower
General information
Type Commercial offices
Location One North Wacker Drive
Chicago, Illinois
Coordinates 41°52′56″N 87°38′10″W / 41.882249°N 87.636205°W / 41.882249; -87.636205
Completed 2002
Owner Irvin Company, LLC
Management Hines Interests Limited Partnership
Height
Roof 199 m (653 ft)
Technical details
Floor count 50
Floor area 1,400,000 sq ft (130,000 m2)
Design and construction
Architect Lohan Associates
(now Goettsch Partners)
Developer John Buck Company

One North Wacker, once known as UBS Tower, is a very tall building called a skyscraper located in Chicago, Illinois. It stands at One North Wacker Drive. This impressive building has 50 floors and reaches a height of 199 meters (about 653 feet). Construction started in 1999 and was finished in the spring of 2002. Today, it is home to many different businesses and offices.

About One North Wacker

One North Wacker is a well-known part of the Chicago skyline. It was designed to be a modern office building for many companies. The building's design helps it stand out among the other tall structures in the city.

Building Features

This skyscraper is used for commercial offices, meaning many companies have their workspaces here. It has 50 floors, providing a large amount of space for businesses. The building was completed in 2002, making it a relatively new addition to Chicago's famous architecture.

Key Facts About the Building

  • Location: One North Wacker Drive, Chicago, Illinois
  • Height: 199 meters (653 feet)
  • Floors: 50 stories tall
  • Completed: 2002
  • Original Name: UBS Tower
  • Architect: Lohan Associates (now Goettsch Partners)

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